Secessionist tray, silver-plated brass, white porcelain, Austria, early 20th c.
660 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 18397
This round Art Nouveau tray, crafted in Austria in the early 20th century, showcases a harmonious interplay of materials and a meticulously orchestrated decorative rhythm. Its border, rendered in silver-plated brass, bears a matte, slightly satin finish with visible concentric grooves that lend subtle depth and tactile richness to the metallic surface. The white porcelain center is adorned with a regular frieze: yellow and black circles alternate with cobalt and white arcs, forming an unbroken Art Nouveau design set against a crisp porcelain base. The tray’s proportions are carefully balanced, with the substantial rim framing the bold ceramic centerpiece; there are no handles or extraneous decorations, which affirms its modernist sensibility. The condition is very good—minor surface scratches and natural patina to the metal align with the item’s age, while the porcelain remains free of cracks, chips, or repairs.The tray’s motif channels the spirit of the Viennese Secession—a period that valued ornamental order and the tender pulse of everyday geometry. The rhythmic procession of circles and arcs, hand-painted on the pristine porcelain, alludes to a city where applied art was a response to both the longing for order and the sensual quest for artistic innovation. The silvered, subtly patinated edge carries the quiet memory of gatherings and intimate ceremonies, when this object might have been lifted by an attentive hand during a festive reception or quiet conversation.This tray would readily find its place in a collector’s living room, displayed on a console or cabinet as a decorative centrepiece, or used during special occasions. It can be complemented with minimalist porcelain or simple glass pieces, allowing the complex frieze to stand out. Classical or modernist lamps, antique dishes, and textiles in cool hues
DIMENSION
Height2 cm
Depth35 cm
Width35 cm
Dimension details
Width35 cm
Height2 cm
Depth35 cm
Weight1 kg
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